Following Montalbano Footsteps in South Sicily

Montalbano sono!" So the famous fictional Sicilian detective announces his presence as he calls at the homes of suspects, witnesses and friends. In his perennial quest for whodunit, Inspector Montalbano's manner and his glorious sun-soaked baroque environs couldn't be more different from the dark and damp Danish crime dramas that compete for TV audiences. Adapted from the best-selling books by Sicilian author Andrea Camilleri, the TV series of Inspector Montalbano is set in and around the fictional town of Vigata, which was originally based on the Camilleri's home town of Porto Empedocle a few kilometres west of Agrigento. However, when Rai Italian Television state broadcaster, decided to transform the books into a hugely successful TV series, the great Inspector was seconded to the more picturesque area of Ragusa in southeast Sicily.

Since its debut in 1999, Inspector Montalbano has become one of Europe's most beloved television exports. The series has been broadcast in over 65 countries and translated into dozens of languages, introducing audiences worldwide to the beauty of southeastern Sicily. Andrea Camilleri's original novels, which began with "The Shape of Water" in 1994, have sold over 10 million copies globally, but it's the television adaptation that has truly put the Ragusa province on the international tourist map.
The success of the series lies not just in its compelling mysteries but in its authentic portrayal of Sicilian life. From the inspector's legendary appetite for local cuisine to his complex relationships with colleagues and the community, Montalbano embodies the warmth, wisdom, and contradictions that make Sicily so fascinating. The show's creators have masterfully woven together crime, culture, and landscape to create a uniquely Sicilian viewing experience.
If you've followed Montalbano's small screen escapades, you might have wondered where exactly the series was filmed. Here is our comprehensive guide to the key locations that bring the fictional world of Vigata to life:
Inspector Montalbano is lucky enough to wake up every morning in his seafront house in "Marinella", which is, in reality, the small village of Punta Secca, just south of Santa Croce Camerina. His house is now a bed and breakfast and is situated just off the main square, recently renamed… yes, you got it… Piazza Montalbano. The choice of Punta Secca for the inspector's home was perfect. This small fishing village, with its traditional flat-roofed houses and direct access to golden sandy beaches, embodies the relaxed coastal lifestyle that allows Montalbano to unwind between cases. The house itself, with its distinctive blue shutters and seafront terrace, has become one of the most photographed locations in Sicily.
Visitors can now stay in the actual house used for filming, experiencing firsthand what it's like to wake up to the sound of waves and the scent of sea salt. The village maintains its authentic character despite its television fame, with local fishermen still bringing their catch to the small harbor each morning.

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